Manufacturing Quality Lead

Company: Pattonair (Derby) Limited
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Location: East Midlands
Job Description:

Job Summary

We are seeking an exceptional Quality professional to join us as a Manufacturing Quality Lead at our site in Derby.

Responsibilities

  • Build effective working relationships with suppliers and act as a point of contact for detailed technical support on engineering and quality matters.
  • Lead root cause analysis and problem‑solving investigations to resolve quality complaints in line with Incora processes and industry standards.
  • Work with suppliers using zero‑defects principles to deliver proactive performance improvement that meets customer and Incora expectations, applying a range of quality tools.
  • Manage containment actions and the Materials Review Board, and maintain accurate company data in the ERP system.
  • Ensure supplier submissions of FAIRs, Source Changes and deviations are accurate and comply with industry specifications.

Qualifications

  • Degree in Engineering with at least 2 years of relevant experience in a similar role.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and knowledge of zero‑defects principles and AS13100 standards.
  • Strong knowledge of proactive quality tools such as 8D and experience with quality management systems (AS9100, ISO9001).
  • Experience leading problem resolution, root cause analysis and continuous improvement activities.
  • Manufacturing quality background, preferably within aerospace or an adjacent sector, with substantial experience working with suppliers to resolve queries and influence decision‑making.
  • Good knowledge of the full MS Office package; experience conducting supplier or internal audits is desirable but not essential.

Core Values

  • Courage – Take ownership for issues and problems.
  • Collaboration – Share knowledge and experience with others.
  • Commitment – Ensure internal and external customer expectations are met in a timely way.
  • Community – Value our world and everyone who shares it.

Benefits

  • Starting salary up to £50,000 per annum, dependent on experience.
  • Eligibility for incentive programs and a generous company pension scheme (4×salary life cover).
  • Health cash plans and Green Travel Allowance for those who use eco‑friendly transport.
  • Access to an employee discount portal offering savings on a range of goods and services.

Equal Opportunity & Legal Disclosures

We are passionate about Diversity & Inclusion and welcome applications from all persons regardless of their age, race, gender, disability, religion/belief or sexual orientation.

Incora policy is to run a criminal record check on all candidates; any offers of employment are conditional on the outcome of this check. The information you provide will be treated as strictly confidential.

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Posted: July 1st, 2026